WLWV Community Update

There’s still time to provide feedback regarding the Student Success Act! The district’s Student Success Act survey will remain open through next Tuesday, Nov. 19.

There are currently three vacancies on the West Linn-Wilsonville Budget Committee. The Budget Committee works with the School Board to review and approve the school district budget for each school year. Budget Committee members are asked to attend 5-6 evening meetings in the spring to review the proposed budget. There is a one-year term as well as two separate two-year terms.

Budget Committee members are appointed by the School Board. To apply, or to learn more, please visit the district website today!

Flu season is here! It typically begins in October and continues into May. Everyone is susceptible to getting the flu. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) each year millions of children get the flu, thousands of children are hospitalized with the flu, and some kids even die. Children are the most likely population to get sick with the flu.

What is the flu?

The flu is caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and sometimes the lungs. These viruses change or mutate frequently, meaning we are exposed to new types of the virus each year. It is highly contagious. Some people may have a mild case of the flu, some people may have a severe case, and occasionally someone may die from the flu. Unlike the common cold, the flu comes on suddenly. People may complain of a fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue (tiredness), or vomiting and diarrhea, which is more common in children. A person does not need to have all these symptoms to have the flu and not everyone with the flu will have a fever.

How is it spread?

The flu is usually spread via tiny droplets that are dispersed when a person with the flu coughs, sneezes or talks. People nearby may get these droplets up their nose or in their mouth. A person could also contract the flu by touching something with flu virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose or eyes. A person is contagious 24 hours before the flu symptoms start and continues to be contagious until about day 7 of the illness. Most people recover from the flu in a week, but they may continue to feel tired for 3-4 weeks after the illness has ended. It is especially important during flu season to be washing your hands frequently and to not touch your face.

How can I prevent the flu?

You can protect yourself from contracting the flu by getting the yearly flu vaccine. The vaccine is available to everyone 6 months of age and older. Children 6 months to 8 years of age will need to get two doses of the vaccine the first time they get it. In addition to getting the flu vaccine, you can protect yourself and your child by limiting contact with sick people and practicing frequent hand washing.

When should students and staff stay home from school?
Stay home when you are sick. If you have a temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) that is a fever and you should stay home. Remain home until you are fever free (100 degrees Fahrenheit or 37.8 degrees Celsius, measured by mouth) and/or have no signs of a fever (chills, feeling very warm, flushed appearance, or sweating) for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicine. If you have vomiting or diarrhea, again remain home for 24 hours from the last episode. Finally, if you have a cough that won’t stop or any changes with your breathing, see your doctor. Following these guidelines will help prevent others from catching your illness.

Resources:

CDC.gov (Center for Disease Control and Prevention): Influenza (flu) 9/2019

HealthyChildren.org: What’s the Latest with the Flu? A Message for Caregivers 10/2019

Harvard Health Blog: The 4 symptoms that mean your child must stay home from school or daycare; Claire McCarthy, MD 10/2019

The West Linn-Wilsonville Education Foundation is excited to announce the 6th Annual WLWV Education Foundation’s “Night with the Portland Trail Blazers"!

You won’t want to miss out on a fun evening with friends and family as our Portland Trail Blazers take on the Detroit Pistons at the Moda Center on February 23, 2020.

As in years past, our ticket holders will have the opportunity to participate in at least one experience. First, all ticket holders who purchase through the West Linn-Wilsonville Education Foundation link will have the opportunity to go onto the court after the game and shoot a free throw. This has been a very popular activity over the past five years. Second, any tickets purchased for children between the ages of 6 and 13 will be entered into a drawing to participate in the pre-game Courtside Kids experience.

Ticket Sales will open in December — stay tuned!

FlashAlert is the system that we use to notify you of school closures, delays, and other similar events. The system is routinely pruned of untouched accounts so even if you had previously subscribed, you should verify your subscriptions at https://www.flashalert.net/login.html. Please note that this is not a West Linn-Wilsonville system and we can provide only limited help.

Families should consider getting the free FlashAlert Messenger app from the Apple AppStore or Google PlayStore. Announcements will also be displayed on the local TV channels. During an event, we will also post an announcement on the district homepage.

Weather updates will also be posted on the district's Facebook and Twitter pages in the event of a school closure or delay.

NO SCHOOL: November 25-29 — There is no school during the week of Thanksgiving from Nov. 25-29. Monday, Nov. 25 is a Staff Development Day and Tuesday, Nov. 26 is a Certified Work Day.

School Board Meeting: December 2 — The West Linn-Wilsonville School Board will hold a regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 2, beginning at 6 p.m. at the District Office; 22210 SW Stafford Road, Tualatin.

Professional Growth Wednesday: December 4 — There will be a Professional Growth, Early Release Wednesday on Dec. 4 for all levels. School will dismiss two hours early.

• Safety/Security in WLWV Schools

• Community Bulletin Board

• Updated 2019 Student Rights and Responsibilities

• FlashAlert

• ListServ

• 2019-20 Registration Information

• Updated 2018-19 Work Plan

• Education Foundation

• Music and Arts Partners (MAP)

• Volunteer in WLWV Schools

• SafeOregon Tip Line

• Bus Routes

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nationally recognized for its high student and staff achievement, including one of the top graduation rates in the State of Oregon. West Linn-Wilsonville serves nearly 10,000 K-12 students across 16 schools in West Linn and Wilsonville, with a mission of creating learning communities for the greatest thinkers and the most thoughtful people for the world. WLWV strives to provide challenging education opportunities that prepare students to be college and career ready.

Email: kilstroa@wlwv.k12.or.us
Website: www.wlwv.k12.or.us
Location: 22210 Southwest Stafford Road, Tualatin, OR, USA
Phone: 503-673-7000
Facebook: facebook.com/wlwvschools
Twitter: @wlwvdistrict